Types of Exercises
Types of Exercise
Dynamic, static, isometric, and ballistic are a few of many words used to describe different types of exercise. Remembering them and their differences are not as important as knowing a few simple rules for exercising. These rules will keep you on the right track and help you meet and maintain your health and fitness goals.
Blood circulation, strength, and endurance are improved by continuous movement. Dynamic exercise activities keep joints and muscles moving. Some examples are swimming, walking, cross country skiing, bicycling, weight training, house cleaning, and shoveling snow.
Strength can also be improved by exerting pressure but no muscle movement. An example would be to lean with your back against a wall for 15 seconds with your knees bent as if sitting in a chair. This is static exercise also known as isometric exercise. Another example is pushing on a heavy couch that won’t move. Without movement of the arms and legs the attempt is static exercise. Static exercise drives up blood pressure in an instant. People with circulation problems and high blood pressure should avoid exerting pressure without muscle movement. If you perform static exercise, never hold your breath. This can drive blood pressure dangerously high.
Stretching exercises may be dynamic or static. How they are performed determines this. Static stretching is good for the body. It shouldn’t be painful. The stretch is held steady for 30 seconds. This is the safe way to stretch. Some athletes practice the art of ballistic stretching when training to enhance their ability to jump or throw a great distance. This is commonly known as plyometrics … the art of explosive exercise. I do have experience in teaching this intricate art, but most of my clients will perform dynamic and/or isometric exercises that promote static stretching.
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